Close look at a Dorset Osprey outside. (Birds of Poole Harbour via SWNS)
Ospreys are recovering in Britain thanks to "pioneering pairs" who prefer to nest away from the main population, reveals new research.
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Webcam picture taking in 2024 showing female osprey, far right (CJ7) and male osprey, second right (022), with four chicks. (Birds of Poole Harbour via SWNS)
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Dorset Osprey flying. (Mark Wright via SWNS)
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